Two fan groups are tabling plans to stage ticket-related protests during the matches this Sunday when their teams host Barcelona and Almería respectively.
The ongoing Negreira Case, which centers on alleged payments from Barcelona to former Vice President of the Technical Arbitration Commission, José María Enríquez Negreira, continues to spark reactions among supporters of other Spanish clubs. As part of LaLiga matchday 25, groups from Athletic Club and Sevilla are organizing demonstrations inside their stadiums to express their views about the controversy.
Athletic’s supporter contingent has floated a protest timed to Barcelona’s visit to San Mamés on Sunday at 9 p.m., aiming to amplify the message during one of the most anticipated fixtures of the weekend.
In a statement circulating on the Athletic Animation booth’s social channels, fans were urged to “Created by the poor, stolen by the rich. The Negreira case is just the tip of the iceberg. In the 30th minute of Barça’s match, show them your anger. Download, print and call them by name. Mafia,” a call to bring “tickets” to the stands to highlight their stance against the blaugrana visit to San Mamés.
On the other side, several Sevilla supporters clubs, including Biris Norte, have organized a similar action for the game against Almería scheduled for Sunday at 4:15 p.m. at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán. The plan calls for fans to throw tickets from the stands in the first minute of the match and then focus their energy on supporting their side, which is navigating a challenging phase in LaLiga’s standings.
Meanwhile, the atmosphere around the Spanish capital was electric as Real Madrid fans joined the conversation. A chorus of “Laporta, pay me” echoed an hour and a half before the start of the Classic, signaling that the Negreira case remains a talking point even before big derbies. The issue attracted attention in Madrid as the Classic approached, underscoring how the case continues to reverberate across the country.
Graphic captures and social posts from fans in Madrid documented the moment, with commentary highlighting the broader debate over governance and ethics in the sport. The broader sentiment among many supporters is a call for accountability and transparency as clubs navigate competitive tensions alongside ongoing investigations.
Records show that last Thursday there were also groups of Real Madrid supporters who staged a demonstration near the Santiago Bernabéu to convey their position on this matter before the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg against Barcelona. The scene reflected a wider pattern of fan activism tied to the case, set against the backdrop of high-stakes fixtures and a busy calendar for Spanish football.
Citations and coverage note that the dispute has prompted varied responses from clubs, leagues, and fan communities, illustrating how a single administrative controversy can permeate matchday culture, rivalries, and public discourse across Spain. The unfolding developments remain a point of debate among supporters, analysts, and club officials alike, as Liga clubs balance competitive goals with questions of ethics, governance, and football integrity.
Source: Goal (citation used for context on the unfoldings surrounding the case and fan reactions)